Level 3: Sketch Comedy Workshop

Instructor: Kevin Allison

In the class we:

• View classic TV sketches and discuss what works and doesn’t
• Learn how to use or break formulas for jokes and scene structure
• Brainstorm, write, re-write, pitch and rehearse collaboratively
• Create video sketches
• Learn about sketch acting
• Do improv-to-sketch exercises
• Write, produce and perform a complete sketch show at the PIT

Students include working comedians and absolute beginners. We learn about adding dimension to the comic premise, developing beats of action, fleshing out comic characters and playing with end twists. In sessions, we maintain a supportive dynamic between students who collaborate to make one another’s material fresher and funnier, beat by beat. Check it out!

Become a Student at the PIT

The PIT offers unparalleled perks for students:

• Practice Improv For Free
  The PIT is the only theater in town that gives students opportunities to practice improv in front of an audience several times a week. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in our "jams": Improdome (Wednesdays at 11pm), Bring It! (Tuesdays at 11pm), New Team Lunacy (Thursdays at 11pm) or Happy Hour (Fridays at 6pm).
• Free Shows
  Students can see any show at The PIT for FREE during the duration of their class (as long as seats are available)
• Internships/Work Study Available
  Students have the option of applying for an internship here at the PIT. In exchange, you can take an Improv class for $50!
• Referrals
  If you refer a new student, you will receive $50 off your next class, or $30 in cash! (Valid on Improv classes only. Not valid for electives or writing classes.)
• Discounts
  Many of the restaurants and bars in our area offer discounts to PIT students!